Impact of Covid-19 on SMEs in the LDC Markets


Largest survey looking at the impact of Covid-19 on SMEs across all 47 of the Least Developed Countries with 2,300+ responses collected from July 1 to August 21, 2020.

Will serve as a baseline for SMEs in LDCs to be able to track their progress and recovery in the future.

Identify effectiveness of SME relief measures and establish best practices and policy innovations to help governments and stakeholders navigate Covid-19 and future disruptions.

Will help with planning, resource allocation, programme improvement, and policy making for the LDCs during the Covid-19 recovery period.

Countries Surveyed

Highest number of responses from X
X Responses from Africa, etc.

Responses

Most Critical Business Challenges Reported


Expected Timeframe Businesses Predict Being Able to Stay Open

Business Sectors Most Affected

Self-reported expected revenue changes ranged from expected decreases of > -30% to expected increases of > 30%.

Female-Owned Businesses

LDC SME profiles are unique in having a strong presence of female-owned and female-led businesses.

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